Debra Ortiz-Pardi

Debra Ortiz-Pardi is an accomplished author and experienced outreach program manager with a strong background in nonprofit work and community engagement. As the author of "My Friend Zach," a children’s picture book inspired by true events, Debra emphasizes themes of friendship and resilience. Debra's extensive career at the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children includes roles as Senior Outreach Manager and Outreach Program Manager, where management of outreach teams and coordination of initiatives were central responsibilities. Additional roles include independent distributor at Premier Designs, Inc., and volunteer leader with the Girl Scouts of Western New York. Debra holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications and English Writing Arts from the State University of New York at Oswego.